Paraw Regatta Festival (Iloilo-Guimaras Paraw Regatta Festival)
Every 3rd week of February
Next Event: February 15, 2027
The Paraw Regatta Festival, officially the Iloilo-Guimaras Paraw Regatta Festival, is the oldest traditional craft event in Asia. Held every third weekend of February in Iloilo City, the highlight is a thrilling 36.5-kilometer race among seafarers on colorful, native double-outrigger sailboats (paraws) navigating the Iloilo Strait.
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